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Initial intake information: Black Male - 80 lbs - Available now

Hi my name is Demarco, although I must admit sometimes I think it’s no because I hear that a lot too. I’m quite the handsome guy and a little bit smaller than some of my gy friends. But don’t let my smaller size fool you I’m full of life and don’t have much use for sleep. My favorite days are going to the country
where I have a lake to play around and swim in. I have a strong desire to hunt and retrieve and irronically am fascinated with dragonflies. I’ll gladly chase them around for hours, enjoying every minute.

When I’m in the city, I really enjoy riding in the car and going on long walks. I’m told I’m a little over exuberant at the beginning of a walk but after a while I go at a normal pace. Being confined for an extended period is not good for me. My energy level becomes more than I can handle. So hours of exercise or getting out two or three times a day is best for me right now - and that's on top of my squirrel duty in the back yard.

I’m pretty good in the house but still have to stay in the crate when I’m home alone. Apparently its because I will pick up anything on the floor. I do
have my favorite toys but can truly and throughly enjoy getting a water bottle or milk jug to play with and chew on. Boxes are another favorite, but that can make quite the mess.

So if you’re the active type and like a loving & energetic companion - lets set up a time to meet.

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Initial intake information: Yellow Female 56 lbs- Heartworm negative-  Available now. 

Wynter has a sweet and loving temperament. She is calm, quiet, housebroken, leash and crate trained, and will keep your backyard free of rabbits and squirrels. In addition, she loves to snuggle!

At her age, Wynter is beginning to have achy joints. She has been diagnosed with arthritis in her left knee and early signs of hip dysplasia. The Veterinarian suggests keeping her lean, minimizing high impact activity, glucosamine supplements and pain medication. Short daily walks will help with flexibility in the joints as well as strengthening of the muscles around the joints. 

Wynter is a reactive dog and needs a family who is willing to continue working with her and not place her in uncomfortable situations. When walking on a leash, she appreciates social distancing with unfamiliar dogs. My Labrador and Wynter get along great and enjoy hanging out together. If you are willing to invest in her wellness, Wynter will give you unconditional love and companionship in return. She sleeps in the computer room while I work and joins me outside while I garden. And, you will never need to look for Wynter because she will follow you from room to room carrying her stuffed toy. 

Please let us know if you feel Wynter fits into your lifestyle.

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Initial Intake Info:  Chocolate - Male - 87 lbs.   Avail now

Sonny is such a sweetheart.  He loves to ride in the car and play, play, play!  He’s great with other dogs and older children who understand his high energy level.  He’s happy to relax in his crate when home alone and is completely potty trained.  He’s still working on his leash manners, but getting better.

Sonny just wants someone to love him.  He will slide down for a belly rub as soon as you reach for him!  Are you looking for a snuggle buddy?

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Initial Intake Info:  Yellow - Female - 52.8 lbs. Heartworm Negative.  Available now

Hi, my name is Dharma. I am shy, timid and scared of some things like sudden movements and sounds, but I am curious and am learning to find my way out in the big world. I am still learning to trust people and how to be a dog, but my humans say I am making progress every day. I do enjoy going for walks and do very well on the leash. Some things scare me on the walks like seeing other dogs and people but I am learning that they are ok. I have not gotten the hang of toys yet or just having fun, but I am told I will one day. The day I found the sock drawer slightly open was  a great day! I gathered about 6 pairs of socks and took them into the crate with me along with a towel, 2 blankets, a toy, and my leash. I like having my things gathered around me, but I was good about letting my human get her socks back. I also did not chew the socks or anything else for that matter.

I am potty trained and I enjoy being in the crate. My humans leave the crate door open to encourage me to come out and socialize. Like all the dogs from my pack, I am working on socialization and recovering some lost hair from a life that began with too many fleas and not enough touch.

I would love to be part of your family and if you are willing to work with me further on my trust and socialization, I will be the most loyal, sweet, and loving girl.  I would probably benefit from being around another patient and secure dog that can help me grow further and learn how to enjoy being a pampered and loved dog.

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Initial intake information: Chocolate female 55 lbs - Heartworm negative - Available now

Hello, I'm Hazzel and I'm looking for my forever family. I was abandoned on the side of the road by my previous family. That was not cool! But I waited there for them to come back and burned my little paws. Needless to say, they didn't come back for me. Luckily, I was picked up by a Good Samaritan and taken in this rescue and now I'm hanging out with my cool foster family and becoming the little lady that I knew I could be.

I have good manners - I know Sit, Stay, Come and some other commands.  If you want me to learn new ones, just let me know - I'm eager to learn and please. I do jump up on people when I am really excited, but I'm learning not to do that. I do like to chew, but I stay away from things that I shouldn't chew on - your shoes are safe with me!  So having safe toys and bones around would be great! I'm fully potty trained and will let you know when I need to go outside.  I like being in my crate - it makes me feel safe.  Toys and balls are fun!

I have so much love to give and would love to be a part of your family.

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Initial Intake Notes:  Yellow (Fox Red) - Male - 75.6 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  Available now

Mellow, calm, eager to be loved . . . this describes Stringer. He is a fox red lab whose life before now is a mystery. He was found as a stray. He has multiple scars on his face and legs, a missing toe nail, and a broken tooth. He has not had a comfortable life but he is heartworm negative, so someone cared enough about him to give him monthly HW preventive. He is good with other dogs of all sizes and after feeling comfortable with them he will play. He is very food motivated (he’s a Lab after all) so he’ll be easy to train. His likes . . . food, treats, food, soft touches and whispers in his ears. His dislikes . . . water, squirrels and storms.

Stringer will make someone a wonderful companion. Look past the scars and see his wonderful heart and soul.

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Initial intake information: Black Female - 40 lbs - Heartworm Neg. - Available now

Clematine is a fun-loving and joyful pup! She loves other dogs and people and enjoys playing with her toys and running around the back yard with her foster siblings. She is crate trained, but we are still working on potty training. Clematine is inquisitive. She likes to watch the cat and chase the frogs. The only thing she chews on other than her toys are Amazon boxes and any pieces of wood she can find. Little Clematine is still working on her obedience. She would benefit from a training class for puppies. Her coat is super soft with a hint of silver to it, and her eyes will melt your heart. This little girl likes to play hard and cuddle hard, and would be a great puppy for any family willing to work with her and love her. 

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Initial intake information: Black Male - 35 lbs - -  Available now

Eli is a loving, energetic puppy.  He loves to cuddle with his humans and loves to play with his foster brother. He is a bit rambunctious and mischievous. Like most Labs, he loves food and likes to counter surf. He is crate trained and will venture in his crate on his own sometimes to take a good nap. We are still working on his potty training as he needs to be reminded to go outside and pee sometimes. Eli will thrive in a home that’s active and with children but he does like to chew on human arms for fun, so will need to be monitored with toddlers.  He will need some patience along with training to be the best puppy he can be, he does great on the leash. 

*This dog may not meet the breed standard for a Labrador Retriever. 

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Initial Intake Info:  Chocolate - Male - 55.6 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  

Moody here!

I’m a young energetic pup! I love to run and play and explore new things. I like to go running every chance I get. Sometimes I think my foster mommy is tired of running, but I think she just needs more encouragement to keep up with me. I love playing in sprinklers and meeting and playing with new people I see. I’m really friendly. My foster mommy thinks I’m too friendly just because I like to jump on people and she doesn’t like that. But how can they see how cute I am up close if I don’t jump up to where they can see me?!

While the sprinklers are great, I haven’t been swimming yet. That pool outside looks scary so I stay clear of it. My foster mommy thinks I’ll like it, but I think it might be too much like a bath – yuck!

I think I’m pretty smart – I’m getting the hang of this whole potty training thing, sit, stay and come. Oh, and I’m not allowed in the kitchen, but sometimes I try to sneak in if the fridge is open. It never works – but one day I’m gonna see what is in that thing – I betcha it’s good stuff!!

*This dog may not meet the breed standard for a Labrador Retriever. 

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Initial intake information: Black Male Puppy - Available now

Everest is always smiling. He’s extremely smart, cuddly and laid-back. He loves to nap across his foster mom’s feet and is quick to find a bone to chew. He’ll be very easy to train. He responds well to a stern voice and lots of love for praise. He’s been working on his leash training, and is the first through the dog door to do his business outside. We’re at 95% on house training.

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Initial intake information: Chocolate Female - 30 lbs - Heartworm negative - Available now

Hello world, my name is Bonny and I am the cutest little Lab puppy you will ever meet. If that isn’t enough to make you add me to your list, I’ll tell you more. I am a petite girl that had a bit of a ruff start in life. But hey, I am here now, and life is great! I am a beautiful chocolate color and although the chocolate somehow got rubbed off a bit on one ear. I'm pretty sure it will grow back again.

At my foster home I have three older foster Lab brothers and I have to tell you, they are a bit BORING! My foster Mom and Dad are teaching me fun things like sit and fetch. OK, I am still learning but I really like the treats I get for trying. I think I would like to swim but I had ear infections when I got here so I have to wait just a little while longer to try. Oh well, I still have tons of fun running around, bugging my dog brothers and just being adorable when playing with my basket full of toys. I will be ready to find my forever home very soon so don’t wait, add me to your list NOW!

Foster Mom also said to tell you to be sure to check out my video. That’s all for now. I have a squeaky toy to attack!

https://youtu.be/CTWnbDsIbhk

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Initial intake information: Yellow Male 84 lbs   Heartworm negative - 

Hi!! I’m Martin and I’m a handsome, easy-going boy! I was returned to DFW Lab Rescue because of some life changes with my former owner. My foster mom says I have very good manners in the house because I don’t get on the furniture unless I’m invited, I don’t jump up on people, I stay out of the way in the kitchen, don’t counter surf, and I take my treats very gently. I am potty trained and I know sit, lay down, and shake. I follow my foster mom and dad around the house and just want to be near them at all times. I’m an older guy and have had full run of the house ever since I got here! I sleep next to the bed on my favorite blanket, and I don’t bother the humans until they wake up. 

I love being outside, going in the pool, and going on walks, but I do pull on the leash sometimes. So I need a family who is willing to work with me on my leash skills – I just get so excited to be out and about and smelling all the smells! There are not currently any other dogs in the house, but I have been around and lived with other dogs before. I’m told that I’m such a sweet boy that just wants a family to love and cuddle with at the end of a long day. If you think I’m the guy for you, then let’s meet!

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Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 103 lbs -Heartworm negative - mid Sept

Hi, I'm McDuff and I get along with everyone and everything I meet.  I like dogs (big and small), cats, kids, and adults, too. I am not bothered by squirrels in the yard, either.  I walk really well on the leash so I'm hoping that there are lots of walks in my future.  I could really stand to lose the quarantine 15 (couldn't we all) to help me get back to my normal sleek self. 

I am potty trained, know basic commands, and take treats very gently as well. I'm not the biggest fan of the crate, but luckily I don't need it - I have had full house privileges since I've been at my foster home. I'm not hyper, I'm really pretty chill. I don't get on the furniture either. I'm not too vocal, but I will bark when someone comes through the garage door, that is part of my job, isn't it?  I sleep through the night right next to my foster parents bed and I don't bother them until morning. I'm what they call a velcro dog meaning I love to be right next to my people and I crave love and affection, but not in an annoying way, though. 

If you have lots of time for me then I have lots of love for you. I'll be ready to meet families really soon, so please add me to your list.

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Initial Intake Info:  Black - Male - 60  lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Male - 38lbs - Available now

Hi Everyone! My name is Mikie and ever since I started living with my foster family, I have been dreaming about what my new family will be like. I will give them many kisses and snuggles all the time, and I mean all the time! I have so many things to tell them, like I can sleep nicely in my crate all night long until my people wake up. I also love to play with other dogs, and I know how to sit when you pet me and feed me delicious treats (please have lots available for me). I know you will not believe this, because I’m still so young, but I am great on a leash!

I am a super awesome dog waiting for just the right super awesome family. I can’t wait to meet you; I know we will be best friends!

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Initial Intake Nots:  Yellow - Male - 102 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  

Hi, I'm Whisky and I get along with everyone and everything I meet.  I LOVE humans of all sizes, especially the little ones. I just can’t seem to get enough toys, oh how I love them! Jumping and barking, that kinda stuff ain’t for me! I am a big boy and can communicate my love and wants with my humans friends in other calmer ways. I’m currently working on getting back in shape, I love my walks, I play a lot all day long and sadly also have to watch how much I eat. I’ve been told I’m so good looking already, so I guess it must be working!  I am not bothered by squirrels and I walk really well on the leash so I'm hoping that there are lots of walks in my future. 

While I prefer to be out and about with my human family, I don’t complain at all about being crated. I let my foster family read books to me and pretend like I'm understanding everything. But in all honesty, I just LOVE when they sit by my side and give me the quiet attention - shhh, don't tell them! I'm not your regular hyper lab either and reflect very well with the energy in the room. Play when you want to and chill out and be loved when you want me to. I’m mindful of not jumping on beds and couches, I know many of y’all don’t like that kinda stuff. I know some basic commands and enjoy my treats like a grown up does. And oh! I am fully potty trained and do so well with new places too!

I can't wait for you to meet me and give me some belly rubs!

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial Intake Info:  Chocolate - Male - 85.8 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  Abailable now

Are you looking for a best friend? Well so am I! Someone to take walks with? Me too! How about a hug or a kiss? Yes, me too! I may try to sit in your lap but if you tell me down, I'll respect your space and lay at your feet. We already have so much in common, I'm sure we could be great friends! 

I have learned the basics like sit, stay, down, and shake. I like to swim, take walks, and I'm pretty good on the leash. I'm healthy and a bit athletic if I say so myself. I can run fast and fetch so I'd make a great running partner too! 

My foster mom says I'm the sweetest, most chill, and most polite dog she's ever met. Kids are my friends, though I am not a fan of cats or the crate. If you or your little one has food in their hands, I remain calm and won't try to snatch it. Of course, I do love treats so hopefully you have lots of those. 

Oh and a few more things: I am potty trained and will go to the door when I want to go out. I am a loyal companion and hang out quietly, only barking if I don't recognize someone that comes into my home. That’s just me saying hello and scoping them out. If I sound like a great match, I hope we can meet soon!

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Initial Intake Info:  Yellow - Male - 50 lbs.  Heartworm negative.  

Hi, my name is Mauii and I've adapted well to living in my foster home but am still dreaming of my furever family. I love to play and have great energy! Fetch is my favorite game and I would play for hours if you let me. I am house and crate trained and do well with kids. I am still learning to walk on a leash as I have a tendency to pull but my foster parents say I'm getting better every day.  I'm as a champ at "sit" but still working on other basic commands like lay and stay. I'm such a lover and get a little sad when my foster parents leave the house, so I may have a little separation anxiety. I also love chasing cats and squirrels, so I'd probably do better off with a home without cats.  Can't wait to meet my new family. 

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Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 90 lbs - Heartworm negative - Est available  Mid Sept

Hello, my name is Dempsey. I'm a handsome young guy, weighing in at 90lbs and not one ounce of fat on my bones. Your first question is probably how such a good looking guy like me ended up surrendered to a rescue.  Well, my first home thought they needed a Lab, but they really had no time for me. And to make things worse, they decided that both my sister and me together was the right way to go.  What happened is they ended up leaving us outside 12 hours a day and sometimes even more. The good news came the day this guy from DFW Lab Rescue came and got us.  And while I was sad that my sister and I were separated - we have met up and both agree this is way better. 

In my foster home, I have other dogs to play with and grandkids that visit occasionally and who I really love. I'm a very good walker and so much so that even the little kids can walk me. I know most of the important commands, I don't jump on people, don't countersurf and am all around am just a great dog. It took a little while to learn the house rules but I've got them down.  I am not currently being crated (and I have to say, I'm not a fan).  When they leave, they tell me to be good - and I AM! 

And if my foster mom tells you I bit the grandkids and ate the leather couch - don't worry - she is fooling you. She may just have a little trouble letting go.  So - don't be fooled at all. She and the grandkids give me lots of kisses and I really love them back. So - if you are looking for a big guy - put me on your list.  I'm a great dog and looking for a great family to love and kiss and have the best life.

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Male - 76 lbs - Heartworm negative - 

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Initial intake information: Black Male Puppy - 

Rainier has settled into his foster home like he has been here his whole life. He is a loving and outgoing puppy who has two other male Labs to play with.  He is quite the cuddler who enjoys giving kisses and will pretty much do anything you tell him if you have some sort of treat in your hand.  He has been sleeping well in his kennel at night and will also take naps in there. He has the sit command pretty much nailed and we have seen him getting more and more playful as the days progress. We see Rainier as a great companion, good around kids and gets along well with other dogs.   

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Male puppy  - Available now

McKinley is such an adorable puppy. He’s extremely smart, cuddly and laid-back. He loves to nap under his foster mom’s work chair and is quick to play with any toy.  He’ll be very easy to train. He responds well to a stern voice and lots of love for praise. He’s been working on his leash training, uses the dog door to do his business outside, and sits automatically before his meals. We’re at 95% on house training.

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Initial intake information: Yellow Male  -

Denali is super friendly and never passes up a belly rub. You will also never catch this guy missing a meal.  He is getting more and more playful with his brother (black lab) and 6 month old roommate (chocolate lab).  Yes, we are blessed to have the “Lab Rainbow” in our house right now! With an enticement of some sort of training treat, he is very smart and picking up on commands very well.  He has been sleeping well in his kennel at night and will also take naps in there. We see Denali as a great companion, good around kids and gets along well with other dogs.